Lack of GP care in rural areas - what can be done?

Lack of GP care in rural areas - what can be done?

July 21, 2026 · 14 min

About this episode

Dr Máire Finn discusses the challenges of accessing GP care in rural areas and potential solutions.

According to figures released by the CSO today, one in four people living in rural areas without access to a car had to travel 8km or more to access a GP… Dr Máire Finn, GP with Centric Health, joins Ciara to discuss.

People in this episode

Host: Ciara

Guest: Dr Máire Finn

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Centric Health, CSO

Places: rural areas

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